Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8

[StephanDoubleU]

THMs install instructions are about as much use as an ashtray on a motorbike. Same goes for Rotor and SRMs.
Only BB manufacturer I trust for install / spacer specs is CeramicSpeed.

One of the most common issues I see is chainline related, and a lot of the time this is due to incorrect instructions from the manufacturer.

Measure, measure and measure again when fitting cranks, only way to make sure you're equally spaced.

I absolutely agree with you that it is absolutely important to measure and check the chain line. However, my main concern with the THM manual was the gearing of the nondrive side. I have also installed Ceramic Speed BSA BBs and the bearing shell is much wider than the THM BSA BB and then of course you have to think about how to assemble everything and how to comply with the specifications on the shaft spline.

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[mmaslen]

CeramicSpeed
BikOne
Chris King
WMfg
Praxis

THM specifies exactly how much overlap must be on the nondrive side. And if you don't use a THM BB, you have to look carefully at how you have to work with spacers. In the end, I decided in favour of a THM BB. The road version doesn't come with a sleeve as standard, but I asked for one.

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Hopefully when THM come back to my original query I can get a sleeve on its own as I have already purchased the road bb without it.

[bobones]

What color is this?

Satin carbon/black tint over chameleon blend/supernova

[paulbike]

What color is this?

Satin carbon/black tint over chameleon blend/supernova

Strange, I have the same exact bike and it yours is way more purple.

Would love to see it in different lighting if you have the chance to take more pictures.

[bobones]

What color is this?

Satin carbon/black tint over chameleon blend/supernova

Strange, I have the same exact bike and it yours is way more purple.

Would love to see it in different lighting if you have the chance to take more pictures.

It's still in the box unbuilt, but this is another photo from a different angle where it looks more green.

[caballero]

Is this specialized direct mount hanger, part number S182600003 compatible with the sl8 ?

[pdlpsher1]

Correct.

[caballero]

Thank you !

[JaeTee]

Is this specialized direct mount hanger, part number S182600003 compatible with the sl8 ?

Not sure how others feel about this, but I like my direct hanger to be designed as the point of failure so in case something needs to bend, it’s the hanger and not the derailleur or frame absorbing the forces.

Having no experience with either, from looks alone I believe Ryanw’s direct hanger, and maybe to a lesser degree the framesandgear.com hangers, seem to be designed this way. If I go ahead with building the sl8 this year, I plan on reaching out to him to see if he sells them.

EDIT: or is that just the standard specialized hanger which says direct on it for some other reason?

[Jz91]

I got old of mine a few days ago. I installed the EXS bar which in theory should have had a smaller gap but during the installation the mechanics said the exs spacer was shooting up a few mm.

The solution was to use the original roval spacer which fits the exs bar well I think, however it leaves me with the dreaded gap in particular on the sides and front (whilst on the rear side the gap is very small and close to the frame).

Would it be feasible to go down the route of sanding the compression ring in this case too?

Also, the close the gap bar plugs are way bulkier than I thought. What's a good source for some nice looking, light and functional plugs (reasonably priced)?

Yes, it is safe to adjust the gap by sanding the upper part of the compression ring but remember to also sand the location edge of the top cap by the same amount so it can sit flush with the compression ring.

Is this something a LBS should be able to do? I mean, I asked the place where I bought the bike but were definitely not keen on this.

Now the bike is completely mounted etc so I'm not sure whether it's worthwile to have a shop disassemble it and fix it (assuming I can find someone who's willing to work on this).

Also, was your spacer originally much closer to the frame on the rear than on the front? Like it's doing a wheelie

[bmrk]

Is this something a LBS should be able to do? I mean, I asked the place where I bought the bike but were definitely not keen on this.

Now the bike is completely mounted etc so I'm not sure whether it's worthwile to have a shop disassemble it and fix it (assuming I can find someone who's willing to work on this).

Also, was your spacer originally much closer to the frame on the rear than on the front? Like it's doing a wheelie

Able to do they should be for sure, it is not a complicated thing. But willing to do is a different matter, since it is a part modification and as a bike shop they can be liable for voiding the warranty or if anything happens. They are being cautious for a good reason.

One of my posts describes the exact procedure i have used, which was made do with suboptimal tools. As you mentioned, will be necessary to disassemble and reassembly your cockpit safely and rebleed your brakes if you need to cut the olives to pull the cables from the internal routing in the handlebar.

If it is worth is a matter of opinion, but i would not disassemble the bike on purpose for this. Wait until maintenance or parts replacement is necessary.

[robeambro]

Does anybody know whether and when any (58) frameset will ever be restocked on specialized.com (UK)? Been waiting for a while now.

[macwatt]

Does anybody know whether and when any (58) frameset will ever be restocked on specialized.com (UK)? Been waiting for a while now.

Not sure if you have any colours in mind but these are available in your size.

https://www.specializedconceptstore.co. ... 39/option/

https://www.specializedconceptstore.co. ... 54/option/

https://www.specializedconceptstore.co. ... 97/option/

https://www.specializedconceptstore.co. ... 64/option/

[robeambro]

Does anybody know whether and when any (58) frameset will ever be restocked on specialized.com (UK)? Been waiting for a while now.

Not sure if you have any colours in mind but these are available in your size.

https://www.specializedconceptstore.co. ... 39/option/

https://www.specializedconceptstore.co. ... 54/option/

https://www.specializedconceptstore.co. ... 97/option/

https://www.specializedconceptstore.co. ... 64/option/

I need to buy from specialized.com, but thank you

[nonamed]

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DCZa9jFu ... BiNWFlZA==

What a joke. Hope this men is not paid by Spesh to spread this